Changes to Ontario’s OHSA December 06 2024
Ontario’s Working for Workers Five Act, 2024 (Bill 190) received Royal Assent, making changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), including:
- Virtual Harassment: The definitions of harassment in the workplace now include virtual settings and online communications.
- Remote Workers: The OHSA now covers work done remotely from home or other private residences.
- Electronic Postings: Employers can now share required OHSA information electronically, as long as they instruct employees on how to access it and ensure it is easily available. This includes information like the names and locations of Joint Health & Safety Committee members, a copy of the OHSA, and related explanatory materials.
- Committee Meetings: Joint Health & Safety Committees can now hold meetings online.
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Source: Government of Ontario